November 26, 2024

Grinchmas on the Green


🎄✨ Celebrate the season with holiday magic at the annual Grinchmas on the Green this Saturday! ✨🎄


📅 Schedule of Events (All times approximate):

🍪 4:30 PM – Enjoy free hot cocoa & cookies under the pavilion (while supplies last)

🚒 5:00 PM – Santa and the Grinch arrive, thanks to the Plainfield Fire Protection District

🎄 5:15 PM – Watch Santa and the Grinch light up the giant Village Green Christmas tree

📸 5:30 PM – Snap photos with Santa and the Grinch in Whoville (tennis court)


Bring your family and friends for an evening full of lights, sights and festive cheer! ❤️💚

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You Can't Catch Me Fun Run


✨🏃‍♂️ Experience the holiday magic at the Annual You Can’t Catch Me Fun Run! 🏃‍♀️✨


Join us on November 30 at 1 p.m. for an unforgettable run around Village Green, decorated for the season. Whether you're a parent, a kid, or just love a fun run, this event is perfect for everyone!


🎁 What's included in your registration?


- Cool swag

- A finisher’s medal

- A cozy long-sleeved T-shirt (Optional. No T-shirt registration is $19).


Don’t miss out on this festive family-friendly event! 🎄👟 

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Black Friday Sweet Deal


The Prairie Activity & Recreation Center is the place to be on Black Friday Weekend as the absolute best membership deal of the year will be available! A membership to the Prairie Fit Fitness Center (which includes use of fitness center, indoor track and gymnasium) will be only $17/month EFT. First year only. One-year commitment.


The deal is for NEW MEMBERS ONLY. Memberships must be purchased in person at the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center (PARC), 24550 W. Renwick Road in Plainfield November 29-December 1.


PARC HOURS:

November 29 – 6AM-3PM

November 30 – 7AM-4PM

December 1 – 7AM-4PM


* EFT – Electronic Funds Transfer.

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Holiday Hours at PARC


Thanksgiving: 6AM-Noon

Black Friday: 6AM-3PM 

Membership Gift Cards


🎁 Give the Gift of Fitness this Holiday Season! 🎁


Looking for the perfect gift? Prairie Fit Fitness Center has you covered! From December 6-8, visit us at 24550 W. Renwick Road, Plainfield to purchase gift cards and memberships that inspire health and wellness.


🎉 Membership Options (12-Months Paid in Full):

🏃 Track Membership – $50

💪 Fitness Membership – $200

🏀 Open Gym Membership – $80


📅 Mark your calendar and stop by Prairie Fit to shop and save this holiday season. 

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Winter Camp


🎉 Calling all young scientists and engineers! 🚀

🔬🖌️ Get ready to explore, create, and innovate at our Winter S.T.E.A.M. Camp being held 9 a.m. to noon, December 30 through January 3 (class does not meet January 1). Dive into the amazing world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through hands-on, fun-filled activities.


✨ What’s in store?

🔹 Mind-bending experiments – from crafting personalized glycerin soap bars 🧼 to designing suspension bridges 🏗️!

🔹 Tasty food experiments – science has never been so delicious! 🍴

🔹 Creative challenges to spark your imagination.


👩‍🔬👨‍🔧 Who’s it for?

Curious minds ages 6 to 11 who are ready to unleash their creativity and discover the wonders of S.T.E.A.M. 🌟

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Breakfast with Santa


🎅✨ Breakfast with Santa at Plainfield Park District! ✨🎅


Santa is making a special stop on December 7 to share a magical morning with all the good children! 🌟


Here’s what’s included:

🍳 Delicious breakfast

🎁 Goodie bag

🎅 One-on-one visit with Santa (bring your camera!)


📅 Sessions:

9:00 AM

10:30 AM


📌 Important Details:

✔️ Registration is required for each participant.

❌ Children under 2 years do not need to be registered.


Space is limited, so don’t wait! Reserve your spot today and make this holiday season unforgettable! 🎄

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Journey to the North Pole


🚂🎅 Bundle up and hop on a magical wagon ride to the North Pole to visit Santa! 🎅🚂

Enjoy:

☕ Hot chocolate & cookies while you wait

🎅 A special visit with Santa

📸 Photo opportunities to capture the magic


📅 When:

Friday & Saturday, December 13-14

⏰ Time: Rides run every 20 minutes from 5 PM to 9 PM


Spots are filling up quickly—don’t miss your chance to create unforgettable holiday memories! 🎄❄️. Sponsored by Heartland Bank.

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Noon Year's Eve


R🎉✨ Celebrate Noon Year's Eve with Plainfield Park District! ✨🎉

Why wait until midnight? Ring in the New Year early with:

🎶 Music

🎮 Games

🎨 Crafts

🎈 Inflatables

🍿 Snacks

🎊 A giant balloon drop at NOON!


📅 When:

December 31 | 11 AM – 1 PM

📍 Where:

Prairie Activity & Recreation Center

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Winter Indoor Soccer at Aux Sable


Registration is now open for the winter indoor soccer/futsal league running January 18 through March 8 at Aux Sable Middle School, 2001 Wildspring Parkway in Joliet. This league for grades K-5 teaches players the rules of the game, develops skills, teaches teamwork and good sportsmanship, and provides an opportunity for fun.

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